Registration
Registration is now open for the 2026 PAA Meeting! Join us in New Orleans, Louisiana, July 26-30, 2026.
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Your 2026 Full Meeting Registration Includes:
- 3 days of scientific content including the Breeding & Genetics symposium, concurrent sessions, and posters
- Section and committee meetings
- Networking with PAA members, potato researchers and industry partners
- Morning coffee breaks
- President's Welcome & Reception and Auction & Networking at Fulton Alley
- Ice cream social with posters
- New for 2026! Wednesday Award Ceremony & Luncheon
Registration Rates
Review our Registration Policies before completing your registration. Take a closer look at what your registration fees cover and the value built into the PAA Annual Meeting experience.
Attendees staying at the New Orleans Marriott Hotel receive a $100 discount on meeting registration fees. Add the discount to your registration after selecting your registration option and make your reservations today. Single-day and student registrations are not eligible for the discount.
Regular Rates (Begin June 16)
| REGISTRATION TYPE | STAY AT NEW ORLEANS MARRIOTT | OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS |
|---|---|---|
| PAA/EAPR Member | $799 | $899 |
| Nonmember | $899 | $999 |
| Student Member | $239 | $239 |
| Sponsors | $749 | $849 |
| Single Day | $399 | $399 |
Advance Rates (End June 15)
| REGISTRATION TYPE | STAY AT NEW ORLEANS MARRIOTT | OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS |
|---|---|---|
| PAA/EAPR Member | $799 | $899 |
| Nonmember | $899 | $999 |
| Student Member | $239 | $239 |
| Sponsors | $749 | $849 |
| Single Day | $399 | $399 |
Connect and Save with Registration PLUS Membership
Join PAA or renew your membership with your meeting registration and save! Registration PLUS includes Individual ($150) or Student ($20) membership – with fall access to our member benefit – through December 31, 2026.
Is your organization a PAA Sustaining Associate Member? Learn about the new benefits packages and how your team can earn up to 2 complimentary registrations to the annual meeting!
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Registration PLUS Regular Rates (Begin June 16)
| REGISTRATION TYPE | STAY AT NEW ORLEANS MARRIOTT | OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS |
|---|---|---|
| Registration PLUS | $949 | $1,049 |
| Registration Student PLUS | $259 | $259 |
Registration PLUS Advanced Rates (End June 15)
| REGISTRATION TYPE | STAY AT NEW ORLEANS MARRIOTT | OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS |
|---|---|---|
| Registration PLUS | $899 | $999 |
| Registration Student PLUS | $209 | $209 |
Guest Information
Guests of PAA attendees must register for the meeting and have a badge. A paid ticket will be required for adults and children 13 years and older (12 and under are free) to attend the following events:
- President's Welcome & Reception - $39, children 12 & under free
- Bayou Bids & Bites: PAA Auction - $99, children 12 & under free
- Award Ceremony & Luncheon - $99
- Specialty Crop Tour - $139
Guests are also welcome to participate in the Tuesday New Orleans Historic Bar Crawl and Wednesday morning Fun Walk/Run.
Note: The Guest designation is for social guests attending in a non-business capacity. Business associates and colleagues are not considered guests and must register for the full meeting.